1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 360 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Sunbird (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |
